Lilly Scholars Network

10/16/2026

Join us for dinner and conversation at Umi Grill in Terre Haute on Thursday, Nov. 5 from 7-8:30pm. All Lilly Scholars are welcome to join for a shared complimentary meal and connection– secure your spot by October 28: https://lsn-terre-haute-dine-in-2026.eventbrite.com.

10/14/2026

Jinna Hyatt, a 2022 Clay County Scholar, used the LSN Opportunity Fund to purchase Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam prep materials and take the SIE exam 📈📖

Ready to make your next professional or educational leap? For more information about the Opportunity Fund, check out https://www.lillyscholars.org/lilly-programs/opportunity-fund/.

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10/13/2026

At LSN's biennial Summit, Current and Alumni Lilly Scholars are acknowledged and celebrated for their contributions to LSN and the state of Indiana. The Lead Forward Community Grant Impact Award recognizes a former project lead who has impacted their community through grant-funded work. 🌟

LSN is proud to recognize Hope Fenton as this year's LFCG Impact Award Recipient. She has improved literacy and well‑being in her community through her two Lead Forward Community Grants, totaling $7,500. Her 2020 project provided books to five public preschools, and her 2025 project distributed books by Indiana authors through a free community library. Her projects have boosted local pride and expanded access to high‑quality literature. 📚

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10/12/2026

Join us for dinner and conversation at Tavern on the Lake in Hobart on Thursday, Nov. 9, at 7 p.m. CST with fellow Lilly Scholars. 🍽️ Hosted by LSN staff member Katie Swanson, this dinner will be an opportunity to connect to other Lilly Scholars in the Lake County area.

🌟 All Lilly Scholars are welcome to join for a shared complimentary meal and connection– secure your spot by Nov. 2: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2002833720573?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/11/2026

At LSN's biennial Summit, Current and Alumni Lilly Scholars are acknowledged and celebrated for their contributions to LSN and the state of Indiana. The LSN Leadership Award recognizes an Alumni Scholar who is actively involved in uplifting Scholars and the mission of the Lilly Scholars Network. 🌟

LSN is proud to recognize Lauren Ruble as this year's LSN Leadership Award Recipient. From scholarship workshops to mentoring initiatives and grant-funded community projects, Lauren is a passionate connector and mentor who brings Scholars together. Through her Lead Forward Community Grant, she organized and hosted a volunteer trail clean-up day on the Blue River Trail. In our network and her community, she consistently inspires and makes real, lasting relationships. 🤝

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10/10/2026

Just a few of our favorite photos from Summit 📸

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10/09/2026

146 INfuse Summit attendees spread across Indianapolis to serve six nonprofits, and the impact was incredible:

• 2,500 lbs of cat and dog food repackaged at FIDO Indy 🐩
• 3,500+ seed packets packed to reduce food insecurity and teach gardening skills at The Indianapolis Public Library 🌱
• 12 volunteers invested time to help ease the transition to foster care at Isaiah 117 House Marion County Indiana 🏡
• 500+ donations inventoried at Teachers' Treasures, Inc. 📚
• 350+ hygiene, coloring, and pet kits packaged at Westminster Neighborhood Services 🖍️
• $6,600+ in value from volunteered time at Wheeler Mission 🙌

Thank you, Scholars. Let's keep leading and serving!

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10/08/2026

Know any Collegiate Scholars?

We're hiring two interns to support LSN communication and program efforts around our spring offerings. Interns will work 10 hours a week from Jan. 11-April 30.

Interested applicants should apply by Oct. 30. Learn more about the positions and how to apply at the link in our bio. 🔗

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10/07/2026

Thinking about applying for the LSN Academy? Listen to your fellow Lilly Scholars share their experience! This 8-month professional development and leadership journey can jumpstart your next career move or community project.

The LSN Academy, a statewide program of the Lilly Scholars Network ...

10/06/2026

Last week, Jennifer Juszkiewicz, 2002 LaPorte County Scholar, hosted a Dine IN at 523 Tap & Grill in Elkhart. Thank you to Scholars who joined us for this night of connection. 🍽️

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